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October 2, 2026
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Meaning of Various Colours on Special IDs Issued to Foreigners in Kenya

Meaning of Various Colours on Special IDs Issued to Foreigners in Kenya

The clarification comes amid growing public concern in recent months over the issuance of identification documents to foreigners visiting and living in Kenya...

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Kenya's Diplomatic Police Unit has clarified the meaning behind the coloured stripes on diplomatic identity cards issued to foreign nationals working in the country.

  • Red stripes identify Heads of Mission, blue for United Nations officials, green for embassy and consular staff, and yellow for international organisation employees.
  • The article also explains the designations on special red diplomatic vehicle number plates, such as CD for foreign missions and KX for non-country-affiliated international organizations.
  • This clarification comes amidst recent public scrutiny regarding the issuance of identification documents to foreigners in Kenya, overseen by the Protocol Directorate.

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